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If not for the modern-day goods sold in the retail establishments, you might think Galena was frozen in time. The six-block Main Street boasts striking examples of various architectural styles, ranging from French Colonial to Greek Revival, and a whopping 85% of the town is a national historic district. General Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th U.S. President, lived here briefly before leaving to head the Union troops in the Civil War. Upon his triumphant return, the town presented him with an... more » If not for the modern-day goods sold in the retail establishments, you might think Galena was frozen in time. The six-block Main Street boasts striking examples of various architectural styles, ranging from French Colonial to Greek Revival, and a whopping 85% of the town is a national historic district. General Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th U.S. President, lived here briefly before leaving to head the Union troops in the Civil War. Upon his triumphant return, the town presented him with an elegant mansion. That house and other restored historic homes are open to the public. There's much more here to fascinate the history enthusiast: the Old Market House and the Historical Society and Museum, housed in a stunning Italianate home. Before its Civil War glory days, Galena was a booming lead-mining town. Today, you can descend underground into the Vinegar Hill Lead Mine. But don't stay down there too long, or you won't get to enjoy the rolling hills and lush valleys of this charming getaway, which also offers fine dining, numerous bed and breakfasts, golfing and antiquing. « less

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“The Cloran is GREAT”

Cloran Mansion Bed & Breakfast

4 of 5 stars
travel6969
illinois
May 14, 2008
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We had a very relaxing time and it is a wonderful atmosphere! The "Tower Room" was very enjoyable. Fabulous food and genuine hospitality. We highly recommend it! more

“Serenity & Tranquility at Tierra Linda”

TierraLinda Bed and Breakfast

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Tabbymama
Chicago, Illinois
May 12, 2008

Tierra Linda is one of these places which transcends any category. If you are looking for the conventional B&B, in which the proprietor checks you in, tells you what time breakfast will be, shows you...more

“Beautiful land for Pancho!!”

TierraLinda Bed and Breakfast

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tette08
Chicago
May 10, 2008

My husband and I had been planning a trip to Galena for a while; I started looking on the internet, until I found Tierra Linda. From the very beginning I fell in love with it. Even before we arrived...more

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